Direct Line Group has launched a new car technology centre in Birmingham, following an investment of £2m.
The site will be used to develop the new tools and train colleagues from across the DLG network in new technologies such as ADAS.
Further, as part of DLG’s commitment to tackling climate change, the new facility will also trial a range of initiatives that could improve energy efficiency.
This includes the introduction of more green parts in repair, the possibility of switching spraybooths from gas power to renewable electricity supply, and the viability of powering its recovery trucks with alternative fuels such as hydrogenated vegetable oil.
Penny James, Chief Executive of Direct Line Group, said,“The launch of our flagship Technology Centre shows how the group is innovating to deliver the speed and quality of service our customers value both now and in the future, in a world of rapidly changing car technology.”
Paul Nightingale, Director of Claims Services, at Direct Line Group, added,“The new Centre enables us to identify and get ahead of future trends and continue to innovate. It gives us the facilities to undertake our test and learn work and develop new tools and capabilities. It also means we are equipping our people with the new skills needed to succeed in a fast-evolving market.”
